However, the movie mode might be hard to use for casual shots because 1) lack of AF (which might change in the not too distant future) and 2) shallower DoF because of the larger frame size.
Is movie mode in a dslr important to you?
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However, the movie mode might be hard to use for casual shots because 1) lack of AF (which might change in the not too distant future) and 2) shallower DoF because of the larger frame size.
I'm pretty sure AF for movie mode will come soon. Playing around with shallow DoF is a very common videography technique.
Well as for mediacorp serials shot with D90.. hmm not so likely la. Full-fledged videocams have 3CCDs and now with the hype around HD, you need a big bang sound engineer for your film. So far, D90 can produce sounds only in mono? Haha, still some distance from 5.1 Dolby digital surround sound.
But don't forget, we're talking on a professional usage level... All in one technology is for small office. For printing company that needs to print high resolution images or posters, i don't think they use all in one right?
Yah.. but adapters to use 35mm lenses are very expensive.. film movie cameras don't record sound, do they? ;p Like someone in another thread asked when Nikon will include an XLR input. ;p
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I believe it can AF before you start shooting, it is cannot AF while shooting bah.
Its the same for my previous pns digicam.
It servea as an extra features to use, but not for prosumer to make movies.
Its the same for my previous pns digicam.
It servea as an extra features to use, but not for prosumer to make movies.
Lol....this thing is getting to technical on Video Cameras....can a videographer share with us about the technology of a Video Cam? For the pass 20 years, those people using Panavision spherical 35mm cinemax cameras or even studio cameras havent had a significant size changes in terms of the Video Camera itself, i seriously doubt that within the next 5 years that people from Hollywood or Mediacorp for that matter would use a DSLR (With Video Mode) can replace a Panavision Cam.... But still, don't quote me, i still prefer a good comment from a real pro videographer to answer this question.
Long and short, people have different needs and wants and there is honestly no right or wrong answer to this but to me, a Video/Movie Mode in DSLR is not a must as i said before, i buy DSLR for the professional functionality which a PnS Camera doesn't have, i stress is still pictures. But of course as i mentioned before and some of you do agree that it is not a must have but it comes with it, i don't mind but doubt i'll use much of it. So, good to share some views here....Guys, hope the comments made so far no hard feelings! :thumbsup:
So, good to share some views here....Guys, hope the comments made so far no hard feelings! :thumbsup:
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Frankly, I never use the movie mode on any of my pns before, but do I want it on a dslr, of course - just for the sake of being able to use it if i ever need it
Maybe a D90 will be issued by mediacorp for some student-amateur film + photography study :bsmilie:
Judging by what D90 can do in movie mode, it is more for the versatility and fun - to be able to switch mode when you lose creative expression in static pictures, you opt for motion ;p
If you are highly specialised/professional in film making, then obviously D90 will be nothing to you. I don't think a Nat. Geog photographer takes a D90 on his assignments and when he is out in the wild he decides to make tv programmes instead. But that does not mean a pro can't use D90 to make a video.
Overall, having movie mode in dslr is beneficial to everyone, whether he is amateur or pro, simply because you get to switch, or in other words, you get 2-in-1. So I would say it is only important to photographers who are not pro film makers.
Judging by what D90 can do in movie mode, it is more for the versatility and fun - to be able to switch mode when you lose creative expression in static pictures, you opt for motion ;p
If you are highly specialised/professional in film making, then obviously D90 will be nothing to you. I don't think a Nat. Geog photographer takes a D90 on his assignments and when he is out in the wild he decides to make tv programmes instead. But that does not mean a pro can't use D90 to make a video.
Overall, having movie mode in dslr is beneficial to everyone, whether he is amateur or pro, simply because you get to switch, or in other words, you get 2-in-1. So I would say it is only important to photographers who are not pro film makers.
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That is why, i still stand by Use the Right Tool for the Right Job.
I give it to you, i don't want to argue too much with u as i do not have any background and experience on videographer to continue on this topic as i would proudly admit that, so sounds like you have some experience on this? Share with us what videocam you using? :think:
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Dont be bothered by the Movie Function of the Nikon D90. The EOS 5D Mark II is reputated to ship with one, and if indeed, the added functionalities(21MP FF) will confirm be much better to own compared to the D90.
And Nikon seems to have made a little mistake(or perhaps technology limitations) by adding Mono sound only, which means the overall HD is not true HD. If Canon manages to add in 5.1ch surround sound(lol) they can nail it in the head. As we know, faster launched products can WOW people fast but it gives competitiors a chance to develop better ones to compete with the advantage of time.
And Nikon seems to have made a little mistake(or perhaps technology limitations) by adding Mono sound only, which means the overall HD is not true HD. If Canon manages to add in 5.1ch surround sound(lol) they can nail it in the head. As we know, faster launched products can WOW people fast but it gives competitiors a chance to develop better ones to compete with the advantage of time.
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Hmm I think argue is quite a strong word. I'm presenting my views
I'm not an experienced videographer, but my posts are based on what I know from my friend who is a videographer. The rest are based on knowledge I've learnt from various documentaries regarding cinematography and film making etc.
Hmm I think argue is quite a strong word. I'm presenting my views
I'm not an experienced videographer, but my posts are based on what I know from my friend who is a videographer. The rest are based on knowledge I've learnt from various documentaries regarding cinematography and film making etc.
Yo gymak, i'm sorry, perhaps as you say might be strong, no worries man, just sharing my views too! Ultimately, my points are trying to be neutral... Everybody have their own views and thoughts which i believe that there is no right or wrong. Peace! :lovegrin:
For people who are professional photographers or wannabes, they won't need it. But the rapidly increasing number of people who buy an SLR for taking pictures of family, vacation, even events, do you think they would want a movie mode? I sure as hell would.
Think back in the days when we did not have handphones widely available. There would be lots of people resistant to the idea, and thinking "What for? I house phone already, so much cheaper." Nowadays, people can't live without it. Technological progress changes mindsets, and makes life more convenient. Just look at Live View, there are many who embrace it and have found use of it.
Now that Nikon has it, Canon will 100 percent go for it as well so someday in the future, we'll get movies shot using SLR lenses! Which will usher in a whole new age of amateur videography...
Think back in the days when we did not have handphones widely available. There would be lots of people resistant to the idea, and thinking "What for? I house phone already, so much cheaper." Nowadays, people can't live without it. Technological progress changes mindsets, and makes life more convenient. Just look at Live View, there are many who embrace it and have found use of it.
Now that Nikon has it, Canon will 100 percent go for it as well so someday in the future, we'll get movies shot using SLR lenses! Which will usher in a whole new age of amateur videography...
why do people view the D90's movie mode as a gimmick? with the advent of live view, it was bound to happen sometime.
i see it more as Nikon setting the standard this time around, and that can only be a good thing for the rest of us consumers.
now imagine the new hand-holding techniques that will spring up for shooting video on a DSLR...
i see it more as Nikon setting the standard this time around, and that can only be a good thing for the rest of us consumers.
now imagine the new hand-holding techniques that will spring up for shooting video on a DSLR...
Well, I see it as a differentiator between Nikon and Canon. It's definitely a good to have though not a must. I think the people in Nikon are really trying hard to increase their market share. People in Canon are just waiting for durian to drop. They should set the pace and come out with new stuffs rather than hanging on the fence. For once, :thumbsup: for Nikon!
In my good old days of compact digicams, I never once used the movie mode.
Now that I am using a DSLR, why will I care about this gimmicky thing?
:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: Fully agreed...
Its good to have but I think Nikon score a big WOW:bigeyes: from the marketing point of view...
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I suppose that if Nikon included stereo sound and AF in video mode, that will leave them with little to enhance in the replacement model for D90. People who owns a D90 may not want to upgrade since already have stereo and AF (video). I guess that's how to prolong or lengthen the product roadmap...;p
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